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Poll Worker Procedures

Poll Worker Procedures information sessions will cover situations which you may encounter as a poll worker on Election Day. Topics include provisional ballots, spoiled ballots, and the role of poll watchers. Please join us to become an expert poll worker!

So You Want to be a Poll Worker

Poll workers are democracy's essential workers! This information session will cover the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge.

Poll Worker Procedures

So You Want to be a Poll Worker

A Conversation with Former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Margolies

C70, the League of Women Voters of Philadelphia, and Temple's MPP program are co-hosting an event with former PA congresswoman Marjorie Margolies. Marjorie will speak to her experience as both a mother and a congresswoman. She will attempt to answer the question "can women have it all?". The event will be moderated by C70's Interim President Lauren Cristella. Light refreshments will be offered and books will be available for purchase. The event is free to attend.

Trusting the Vote Count: Post-Election Audits in PA

(Member exclusive) PA Deputy Secretary for Elections Jonathan Marks and Verified Voting experts Pam Smith and Mark Lindeman will speak with C70 members and Buchholz Fellows about risk-limiting audits, a critical feature of Pennsylvania’s elections.

118th Anniversary Event featuring David Rubenstein

Investing in Democracy: Patriotic Philanthropy & the Business Case for Civic Participation

Poll Worker Q&A Sessions

Please join us for a poll worker question and answer session. We are happy to answer any lingering questions you may have about being a poll worker in Pennsylvania.

Poll Worker Q&A Sessions

Please join us for a poll worker question and answer session. We are happy to answer any lingering questions you may have about being a poll worker in Pennsylvania.

Poll Worker Q&A Sessions

Please join us for a poll worker question and answer session. We are happy to answer any lingering questions you may have about being a poll worker in Pennsylvania.